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WWE Super ShowDown 2020, the first show in Saudia Arabia this year, will bear witness to several big matches. A number of major titles will be defended in Riyadh this week.
Brock Lesnar will defend the WWE Championship against Ricochet. Roman Reigns and Baron Corbin may write the final chapter of their rivalry inside a steel cage. The RAW and SmackDown Tag Team Titles will both be on the line, while Bayley will defend against Naomi in a match for the SmackDown Women's Championship.
Moreover, a gauntlet match will be held between six Superstars for the Tuwaiq Trophy. The fans will be eager to see the return of Goldberg, who will challenge the Fiend for the Universal Championship.
Let's talk about the three booking decisions that WWE should make at Super ShowDown and two that they shouldn't.
#3 Must happen: A clean, decisive victory for Roman Reigns or Baron Corbin
Baron Corbin and Roman Reigns are set to lock horns at Super ShowDown, possibly for the final time, to end their lengthy rivalry. The two SmackDown Superstars will wrestle in a Steel Cage match which should be an exciting bout.
The entire storyline that has led up to this match has been laden with interference on behalf of both men. Superstars like Dolph Ziggler, Robert Roode, The Usos, and The Revival were big influences throughout the rivalry, both before, during, and after matches. Hence, when they have their bout at Super ShowDown this time, it should be a fair encounter -- it's a classic reason to pull out the cage.
The Big Dog secured a victory at Royal Rumble, and he will be hoping to do it again at Super ShowDown, gaining much-needed momentum before he heads into the final stretch on his road to WrestleMania, which likely will lead him into the Elimination Chamber match on March 8th.
#2 Must not happen: Brock Lesnar squashing Ricochet
The WWE Championship match is set for the event as Brock Lesnar will defend his title against Ricochet. After beating some of the top men of the RAW roster, Ricochet has earned the right to face the monstrous champion.
Ricochet should never be underestimated because he is swift in the squared circle. WWE's resident Superhero can pose a real threat to The Beast Incarnate with his speed and high-flying abilities, which should, and hopefully will, play a big role in this match. Over the last few years, when Brock is faced with the challenge of a smaller, faster opponent, he has shown weakness. Not enough to lose, at least not yet, but he has trouble catching them for long enough to hold them down.
Without any doubt, Lesnar is the heavy favorite to win the match, but it shouldn't be an easy task for the champion. Ricochet has been booked well on the Red Brand, earning victories over Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson before heading to Super ShowDown. Given the momentum Ricochet has he must give The Beast Incarnate a run for his money. If Lesnar picks up an easy win, it will not only hamper Ricochet but also disappoint a myriad of fans.
#2 Must happen: Drew McIntyre making an appearance
Drew McIntyre, the winner of the men's Royal Rumble match this year, is not scheduled to have a match at Super ShowDown. However, the Scottish Psychopath will surely be closely observing the match between Brock Lesnar and Ricochet. Although Lesnar is the mostly likely man to face McIntyre at WrestleMania 36, Ricochet has a chance to completely throw a wrench into that scenario if he can pull an upset in Saudi Arabia.
To ignite the WWE Championship match at the Showcase of Immortals, McIntyre should be present in Saudi Arabia. Furthermore, McIntyre's presence will keep the spotlight on him, which is important because he is likely going to be the last face you see at the end of the Show of Shows in April. The question remains: how could McIntyre factor into the story at Super ShowDown?
One possibility is that he could assault the winner of the match between Brock Lesnar and Ricochet, getting a one-up on the man he will be challenging at WrestleMania. Assuming Lesnar will be victorious, McIntyre could cut Lesnar's celebration short, dismantling him and sending a strong message to his WrestleMania opponent. After getting destroyed by Lesnar a couple of weeks ago on RAW, this would be a perfect opportunity to exact some revenge.
#1 Must not happen: Goldberg defeating The Fiend
Perhaps the most anticipated match of Super ShowDown is Goldberg going one-on-one with The Fiend, as the two Superstars will wrestle each other for the Universal Championship. It is feasible that the match could be the main event of the show, as it is a blockbuster bout between two gigantic names.
While The Fiend has crossed paths with a number of big names since his shocking debut last summer, Goldberg will possess a different threat, considering how dominant the latter was in his prime. Although Goldberg is no longer the young man he once was, the former Universal Champion is still capable of destroying just about anyone in WWE, and we will find out very soon if The Fiend is one of those men.
The Fiend, on the other hand, has been enjoying a dream run. With WrestleMania around the corner, it only makes sense that the man who is arguably the hottest act in WWE today would keep the Universal Championship around his waist. If the Universal Title changes hands in Saudi Arabia, it could very possibly damage the credibility of the outstanding character that The Fiend has proven to be, but also disappoint the fans, who may have to experience another part-time champion if Goldberg takes home the gold.
#1 Must happen: AJ Styles winning the Tuwaiq Trophy Gauntlet
A gauntlet match is scheduled to take place at Super ShowDown, where 6 RAW Superstars will be vying to win the Tuwaiq Trophy. While a Battle Royal was arguably the highlight of the show last year, the gauntlet match between these talented Superstars has the potential of stealing the show this year.
The US Champion Andrade, R-Truth, Bobby Lashley, Rey Mysterio, Erick Rowan, and AJ Styles will be the participants wrestling for the Tuwaiq Trophy. Given the big names in the match, it would be difficult to pick a winner. However, AJ Styles, the leader of The OC and a two-time WWE Champion, should be a top pick to stand tall.
It remains to be seen whether Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson will influence the match. Regardless of any interference, Styles should win, which will help him prove his dominance on RAW. Rrecent reports suggest that Styles could be the man to face The Undertaker at WrestleMania 36, and a victory at Super ShowDown could give him much needed confidence boost before heading into the biggest show of the year and standing against one of the greatest Superstars of all time.
